Japan has an uncanny knacked of producing bands that not only nail the shoegaze sound but also evolve it too. kinoue64 is exactly that kind of band. This is my first time writing about the Hiroshima based project, so 大人になる, which translates as Becoming an Adult, becomes my doorway into a catalogue already full ofContinue reading “Kinoue64 – 大人になる”
Category Archives: 2026
Selkie – Gold
Selkie recently performed at The Old Hairdressers in Glasgow, showcasing her new single ‘Gold’, a precursor to her debut EP inWaves. The song blends folk, ambient pop, and electronics, emphasizing renewal and transformation.
Oubliette – all songs
As a huge fan of Whirr, Nothing and the whole Philly shoegaze scene I was buzzed when I seen Nick Bassett and Brandon Setta named as the members of Oubliette on my socials feed. This side project gathers the project’s existing material into one place, with the earlier Big Spin EP material followed by theContinue reading “Oubliette – all songs”
Primitive Ring – Primitive Ring
Primitive Ring’s self-titled debut showcases a dynamic blend of heavy psych, garage rock, and energetic riffs. The album reflects a seasoned trio’s chemistry, balancing loud performances with emotional depth.
Sun Shines Cold – Light Fades Into Ruins
Sun Shines Cold’s double album “Light Fades Into Ruins” explores personal themes through a blend of shoegaze, post-rock, and more, showcasing the duo’s musical evolution and emotional depth over thirteen tracks.
Peplo – For His Better Three Quarters – Single Review
Glasgow indie pop quartet Peplo releases their debut single “For His Better Three Quarters,” showcasing their unique sound and songwriting partnership as a precursor to their anticipated album, set for late 2026.
No Joy – Big Life, Big Leaf – Single Review
Regular readers will remember I came away from Bugland thinking No Joy had reached one of those rare points where the music could go almost anywhere. Jasamine White Gluz stretched the No Joy sound into stranger places on that record without losing the melodic edge that first drew so many of us in. It wasContinue reading “No Joy – Big Life, Big Leaf – Single Review”
Thought Bubble – Dark Shapes EP
Thought Bubble releases the EP “Dark Shapes,” showcasing their evolution with sharper songwriting and integrated sounds. Notable tracks include the standout “A Complicated Place,” marking their growth as a band.
Velveteen – My Dreams Are Changing
Velveteen’s new EP, My Dreams Are Changing, features six tracks blending shoegaze, noise rock, and dream pop. The band’s sound evolves, showcasing strong melodies and emotional depth, promising another obsession for fans.
Marina Yozora – Snow Heat
Marina Yozora’s recent Glasgow performance showcased her evolving sound, especially in her new single ‘Snow Heat,’ which combines emotional depth with shoegaze elements, enhancing her unique storytelling ability.
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